Migrant Stories

Multiculturalism is an integral part of the nationís fabric, with 23% of the population born overseas.

The migrants made Australia their home for a variety of reasons. But as they age, they sometimes face a unique set of problems not encountered by the Australia born, including isolation, language difficulties and an inability to access essential health, transport and social services.

Age reporters and photographers record the views of the now elderly migrants who left homes and families as young men and women to start a new life in Australia.